Struggle in Russia

Alexey didn't understand the point of delaying time, because even if the investigation team concluded that the testimonial was Sir Thomas Edwards they assassinated, so what? First, there is no evidence and second, there is no physical evidence. Even if there is evidence, the Russian government will firmly deny it. So what if the conclusion is unfavorable?

Fontana explained: "Count, I am worried that this will have an adverse effect on you. Although as you said, your country's officials will definitely deny it, but this is on the surface, will it actually... Will it It is hard to say whether His Majesty Nicholas I will be dissatisfied with your self-assertion, or your domestic enemies will use it to attack you!"

I have to say that Fontana is much more careful than Alexei, and her consideration is more comprehensive. When Alexei is still on the surface, she can think deeply. What she considers is not only the gain and loss of Russia, but also the gain and loss of Alexei.

Immediately, Alexei also fell into deep thought. Will someone in the country use this to attack him? There should be, after all, his father had many enemies back then, and these people made trouble before, and now they have the opportunity, they will definitely not miss the opportunity to make trouble.

What Alexei really couldn't grasp was Nicholas I's mind, he was a bit unable to figure out the mind of His Majesty. From the point of view of revenge, the assassination of Thomas Edwards gave the British a warning in line with His Majesty's vengeance. He liked to defend Russia's courtiers toughly.

But from the perspective of going his own way without making a report, this His Majesty is likely to be very unhappy again, because Alexei took care of such a big matter without notifying him, and he simply did not take him seriously inside. Nicholas I hated self-assertive courtiers.

After struggling for a long time, Alexey couldn't figure out why, and finally he could only admit helplessly: "It's not easy to say, but I have reported the cause and effect of the matter to the country in detail before, and His Majesty should be able to understand me after learning the details. doing..."

So did Nicholas I understand? A few days later, when Alexei's report was on his desk, he was a little dazed. A few days ago, when he heard that the British had killed a senior diplomat in Wallachia, he was full of ridicule:

"The stupid Wallachians are provoking again, first provoking us, and then provoking Britain. These idiots are really killing themselves!"

"The time to quell this rebellion is getting more and more ripe. I hope the garrison in Bessarabia is ready and ready to enter Wallachia to counter the rebellion and restore order!"

At that time, Nicholas I also asked Nesselrode: "Can you send a note to the British side and propose that we carry out counter-insurgency operations together?"

Thanks to Nesselrode's rich experience, he instinctively felt that this assassination was very unusual, and that it was likely aimed at Russia, so he politely refused and reminded Nicholas I:

"Your Majesty, this case came suddenly, and it's too strange! I suspect that there is something wrong with it, and I don't rule out a conspiracy, so it's better to keep calm for the time being and wait and see how it develops!"

At that time, Nicholas I also complained that Nesselrode was too conservative, that he became more timid as he got older, and would only miss opportunities. But today, after Alexei's report was sent, Nicholas I realized that he really thought things too simply!

Before that, he wanted to take advantage of this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to take advantage of the death of Wallachia to reverse the British resistance to his entry into Wallachia, and take Wallachia in one fell swoop.

But now it's a good thing, after a long time, it turned out that it wasn't the Wallachia who killed the wrong person, but his good servant killed the wrong person, Nima, what's the matter! If the truth of the matter is exposed, it will cause a strong backlash from Britain. At that time, even if he, the tsar, called out Tianqu, no one would believe it!

Immediately Nicholas I changed his face, and immediately ordered: "Immediately use the most reliable and confidential method to contact Earl Speranski,

Ask him if he has cleaned up the incident... No! This is not reliable enough, immediately let the Duke of Ordorf send the most capable subordinates to Bucharest, and must assist Count Speranski to deal with the incident cleanly! "

After thinking about it, Nicholas I was still worried, and added: "When necessary, authorize them to clean up all factors that may endanger national security, and they must be foolproof!"

Well, this is the truest Nicholas I. He is the most ruthless and cruel king. No matter who it is, as long as his vital interests are hindered, he doesn't care about his previous contributions.

So don't look at Alexei's father as Earl Speranski, that is worthless in the eyes of Nicholas I. He can even sacrifice Alexei if necessary.

In fact, in the Russian court, not only Nicholas I was so cold-blooded and ruthless, but other ministers were almost the same. Peter Volkonsky immediately nodded and accepted the order, and then turned around to carry out Nicholas I's order without hesitation.

As for the old Adlerberg next to him, he even suggested: "Your Majesty, I'm afraid this is not safe enough, because according to the information obtained from secret channels, the identity of Earl Speranski has been exposed before. He is in Wallachia. His activities are not a secret...Even if his previous reckless actions were really leak-proof, I doubt that those plotters will intentionally throw dirty water and use him to attack our country and you, Your Majesty!"

Nicholas I's expression became even worse when he heard that, and he immediately asked Nesselrode: "Prime Minister, is it possible for Earl Adlerberg's worries to become a reality?"

Before Nesselrode answered Nicholas I's question, he first glanced meaningfully at old Adlerberg, because this old bastard's words would kill Alexei, as long as he admits, With Nicholas I's personality, Alexei was really in danger.

After thinking for a while, Nesselrode replied: "Count Adlerberg's worries are not unreasonable. Although there is no sign of this yet, we have to guard against it!"

Nesselrode's words were clever enough, neither admitting nor denying them, almost kicking the ball back perfectly, saying what he said was like saying nothing. Anyway, he won't offend anyone, especially the second generation with a deep and extensive relationship like Alexi.

Nicholas I frowned. Obviously he was not satisfied with Nesselrode's answer. Taking the opportunity of Prince Peter Volkonsky's return from conveying the order, he repeated his question to this confidant veteran .

"What do you think should be done? Duke!"

It can be said that Alexei's fate is in the hands of Peter Volkonsky at this moment. For a while, everyone in the room is watching the old Duke, wondering what his answer is... …